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Overview

All-suite resort with a gym, a spa, a beach and more

Expensive breakfasts

Recent guests heap praise on Bougainvillea Barbados for its beachfront location and well-equipped all-suite accommodations. Situated on the southern coast of Barbados, the hotel sits on Oistins' Maxwell Beach. Past visitors said the location is quiet enough to be relaxing but also close enough to the action. Make the most of the resort's beachfront seat by using the property's complimentary water sports equipment like kayaks and paddleboards. If you'd rather relax on the beach, you can do that here, too: The property provides beach towels, chairs and umbrellas free of charge. If you need a break from the sand, retreat to one of the resort's pools or break a sweat in the on-site fitness center. Soothe sore muscles at the Karma Spa & Salon or fuel up at one of the resort's two restaurants. Former vacationers were pleased with the service and menu selection at both eateries, though some said Calabash Cafe's breakfast dishes are pricey. Finally, when it comes to lodging, the suites are outfitted with furnished balconies or terraces, complimentary Wi-Fi access, kitchenettes or full kitchens, bathrobes and flat-screen TVs.

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Bougainvillea Barbados' Deluxe Studios, located on the west side of the property, feature king-sized beds, kitchenettes, furnished balconies or terraces, bathrobes and flat-screen TVs. Decor is beachy and colorful, with wicker and bamboo furnishings, neutral walls and bright accent pieces. All accommodations offer pool, garden or ocean vistas.

Bougainvillea Barbados is located on Maxwell Beach in Oistins, Barbados. The resort sits 5 miles southeast of downtown Bridgetown and is within walking distance of St. Lawrence Gap, an area that features various dining, shopping and entertainment options, as well as other resorts.

Bougainvillea Barbados houses two restaurants: Calabash Cafe and Siam Bar & Restaurant. Calabash Cafe serves a mix of international dishes and traditional Barbadian items for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. And at Siam Bar & Restaurant, guests can savor Thai-inspired cuisine and cocktails. Keep in mind, the latter eatery is only open for dinner on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

The lagoon-style main pool features bridges, islands, a waterfall and a swim-up bar and is surrounded by lush shrubs, chaise lounge chairs and tables with umbrellas. There is also a pool closer to the beach that's ideal for swimming laps, plus a shallow pool ideal for kids. The beach has complimentary sun loungers, umbrellas and beach towels for guests.

The resort's Karma Spa & Salon offers a full menu of spa and salon services, including massages, facials, scrubs and polishes, as well as hair styling and coloring. The facility also features hair removal services, hand and foot treatments, waxing and makeup services.

The resort is home to a kids club for children ages 3 to 12. The facility offers organized activities, including arts and crafts, games, story time, pool time, dress up and garden and beach games, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is also an on-site game room, which has air hockey, billiards, pingpong and foosball tables, plus video games and a DVD library. Outside, families can go for a dip in one of three pools or borrow water sports equipment like boogie boards, snorkel gear and kayaks at the beach.

Babysitting services available for a fee (24-hour notice required)

One-day kids club fee is $25; discounts for families with more than one child or with kids who use the facility three or more days

Kids club requires minimum of three children to operate

Children 15 and younger stay for free when sharing a room with a parent

Reduced rates for kids at Calabash Cafe (parents must purchase an optional meal plan at least three days in advance)

The on-site fitness center offers cardio and strength-training machines, free weights and a variety of other exercise accessories. Free nonmotorized water sports equipment rentals at the beach include kayaks and paddleboards. On land, guests can also partake in fee-based fitness classes, such as yoga and aerobics.

Guests can use the computer and printer in the property's business center. For those with greater business needs, the 814-sqaure-foot Conchita Conference Room can accommodate up to 65 people for meetings. The space opens onto the beachfront Conchita Point, making it ideal for receptions or cocktail parties.

The resort offers multiple wedding and honeymoon packages, and couples can choose to get married on the beach or in a garden setting overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Conchita Point, the garden venue, can hold up to 70 guests, while Maxwell Beach is better suited for more intimate ceremonies, as it can only accommodate up to 12 participants. The property can organize photography, videography, flowers, catering and even a honeymoon registry.